When budgets are tight, investments in data systems often fall to the bottom of the priority list. But as The Chronicle of Philanthropy Key Taykeaways report “How to Make the Case for Investments in Data: Experts Weigh In” points out, unpredictable times are exactly when accurate data matters most.

Nonprofit organizations exist to make communities stronger, safer, and more equitable. You lead programs that change lives every day. But as funders become more data-driven and outcomes-focused, it’s no longer enough to simply tell inspiring stories about your work. Funders – whether foundations, corporations, or government agencies – are asking harder questions: What outcomes are you achieving? How do you know? Why should we trust you with this investment? These are fair que

The nonprofit sector is in the middle of what Instrumentl calls “The New Funding Rush.” Their recent report reveals that 85 percent of nonprofits are feeling the effects of federal funding changes, and more than 90 percent are adjusting their strategies. Organizations are applying for more grants, pursuing new funding sources, and working hard to stay ahead of uncertainty. This reshuffling of the funding landscape is both a challenge and an opportunity. As more organizations

I attended a recent conference session that left me thinking deeply about how nonprofits work together. Collaborations thrive when leaders prioritize shared mission over individual organizational success.

Jim Fruchterman’s recent article in Stanford Social Innovation Review, “Kill the Dinosaurs,” is a wake-up call to the nonprofit sector. His message is clear: if we want to solve today’s most pressing social problems, we must stop clinging to outdated models and start embracing innovation, especially through technology and data. I couldn’t agree more.